Paint Correction
Years of improper washing, automated car washes, and environmental damage leave their mark. Paint correction removes those marks and restores the depth and clarity your paint had when new.
Machine polishing that permanently removes swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation to restore your paint's original depth and clarity.
Paint correction is the process of removing imperfections from your vehicle's clear coat through controlled abrasion. Using machine polishers and specialized compounds, we level the surface of your clear coat to eliminate scratches, swirl marks, water spots, and oxidation.
Think of it like sanding wood: we're removing a microscopic layer of damaged clear coat to reveal the undamaged paint beneath. This process requires skill and proper equipment, too much pressure or the wrong technique can burn through clear coat entirely.
The result is paint that reflects light clearly instead of scattering it across thousands of tiny scratches. Your vehicle's true color depth returns, and the surface becomes glass-smooth to the touch.
Book your service
Call, text, or book online in about a minute. Tell us the vehicle and where it is parked.
We come to you
Our mobile unit arrives at your home or office with its own water and power. No drop-off and no waiting room.
We hand it back clean
We walk the finished vehicle with you, and payment happens once you are happy.
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- Full vehicle wash and decontamination
- Clay bar treatment to remove bonded contaminants
- Paint depth measurements (ensures safe correction)
- Machine polishing with appropriate compounds
- Multiple correction stages as needed
- Panel-by-panel inspection under correction lights
- Final wipe-down to remove polishing oils
- Sealant or wax application included
- Before/after documentation photos
Pricing by Vehicle Size
| Level | What It Fixes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Step | Light swirls, minor defects (60-70% correction) | $400 coupe, $450 sedan, $500 SUV or truck |
| 2-Step | Moderate swirls, scratches (80-90% correction) | $550 coupe or sedan, $600 small SUV, $650 large SUV or truck |
| Heavier damage | Deep scratches beyond a 2-step (95%+ correction) | Quoted after we see the paint |
How This Compares
| Factor | Paint Correction | Wax/Polish Only |
|---|---|---|
| Removes Scratches | ✓ Permanently removed | ✗ Only fills temporarily |
| Swirl Mark Removal | ✓ Completely eliminated | ✗ Hidden, not removed |
| Results Duration | Permanent (with protection) | Weeks at most |
| Paint Clarity | ✓ Restored to new | Marginally improved |
| Value Increase | ✓ Significant | Minimal |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between polishing and paint correction?
Polishing typically refers to a light, single-stage process that adds gloss but may not fully remove defects. Paint correction is a more intensive process using cutting compounds and multiple stages to actually remove imperfections from the clear coat, not just mask them.
Will paint correction damage my clear coat?
When performed correctly with proper technique and paint depth measurements, paint correction is safe. We measure your clear coat thickness before starting and monitor throughout the process. Most vehicles have enough clear coat for multiple corrections over their lifetime.
How long do paint correction results last?
The correction itself is permanent, those scratches are gone forever. However, without protection, new scratches will form. We recommend ceramic coating or quality sealant after correction to protect your investment.
Can all scratches be removed?
Scratches that have penetrated through the clear coat into the base coat or primer cannot be corrected through polishing. These require touch-up paint or repainting. During our assessment, we'll identify which defects can be corrected and which cannot.
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